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Type hairstyle on brown hair. Source: spm
Type hairstyle with pattern on the nape of the neck. Source: spm
Taper coiffure. Source : spm
What makes a taper special and unique?
The taper is a cut that suits all hair types. Whether afro, curly, wavy, straight or straight, the taper adapts to all textures and that’s what makes this cut special and unique. In addition, tapering it allows you to leave length on the top of the head and satisfies many men who do not want to sacrifice too much length and who want to have an elegant and neat hairstyle.
What does a taper look like and what are its different versions?
Tapering involves cutting the hair on the sides and back of the head in such a way as to create a contrast in length between the top and bottom. Whether this technique is performed on short or long hair, it gives a stylish and fashionable look.
Curious about the different ways to wear a taper? Here are eleven variations of this cut for you to have an up-to-date look:
- Hit it low
- The average type
- Hit it high
- Tap it down less progressive or compressed
- Tape it into a V shape
- The burst taper or Spanish gradient
- The skin taper or gradient to white
- Tap it fade low
- The average bland type
- Tap it fade high
- Le burst taper fade
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Hit it low
Type bottom with pattern. Source: spm
The low taper is characterized by a light gradient that fades around the ears and the nape of the neck. This variation of the taper goes well with medium length hairstyles and is suitable for long faces.
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The average type
Taper medium or mid tap on wavy hair. Source: spm
Medium tap or mid tap on curly hair. Source: spm
The medium taper has a gradient that appears in the middle of the skull. The contours around the ear remain the same, allowing the taper to be combined with almost any short, mid-length or long hairstyle. The medium taper is suitable for oval faces.
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Hit it high
Tap high on blonde hair. Source: spm
With the high tap, the gradient starts from the top of the head. This cut is suitable for men with square and round faces since it lengthens the face.
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Tap it down, less progressive (compressed)
Compressed type on platinum blonde hair. Source: spm
Creative and stylish, this variation of the taper unfortunately does not suit all face shapes. This type of taper is a very short gradient which will be compressed, i.e. less progressive.
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Tape it into a V shape
Type in V shape with pattern. Source: spm
This taper is characterized by its V-shaped line at the back of the head. This contour can be located very low, in the middle or higher on the skull.
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The burst taper or Spanish gradient
Spanish gradient on afro hair. Source: spm
Burst type on medium length hair. Source: spm
Here is an artistic variation of the tap! The burst taper can be suitable for many different hairstyles, because the gradient is done in a gradual way on the sides and stops at the neck, leaving some material on the nape. This gradient is suitable for the mullet or mohawk cut.
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The skin taper or gradient to white
skin taper or gradient to white. Source: spm
It is a gradual gradient to white, i.e. until it reaches the skin of the scalp. A cut that adapts to all hairstyles and hair types.
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Tap it fade low
Taper fade bas. Source : spm
The low taper fade is characterized by a pronounced gradient that fades around the ears and neck. This variation of the taper allows you to have more length on the sides and back of the head, while subtly sculpting the hair, for a clean and sophisticated cut.
Keep in mind that skulls are shaped differently and hair types vary from person to person. As a result, typing fade low or any other variation for that matter will not look the same on everyone.
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The average bland type
Type medium fade on straight hair. Source: spm
Type medium fade on wavy hair. Source: spm
The average taper fade is more pronounced and starts in the middle of the head. This sleek, casual variation sits halfway between the low taper fade and the high taper fade and is suitable for almost every man and hair type. If you have thick or wavy hair, the medium fade style will bring out your facial features and reduce your styling time.
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Tap it fade high
Tape fade high on blonde hair. Source: spm
Type fade top with pattern. Source: spm
The main characteristic of a high taper fade is that the fade is pronounced and starts above the temples.
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Le burst taper fade
Burst taper fade on straight hair. Source: spm
Burst taper fade on colored hair. Source: spm
With its half-moon shape on both sides of the skull, this Spanish gradient is pronounced and circular. The hair on the back of the head and neck remains longer and is often cut in a V shape. This type of taper can also be combined with many hairstyles to choose from.
Which typing variation will suit you best?
The taper is a haircut style for modern men, infinitely adaptable. Some variations, like the low taper or the fade fade, are more popular than others, but the choice of your variation depends on you, what you like and the seasoned advice of a trusted hairstylist. Please note that the taper and its variations are suitable for all facial shapes. Simply play with the length of the hair to balance the facial expression.
- If you have an oval face, opt for a medium layer with shorter hair on the top of your head.
- If you have a square face, a high taper with length on the crown of the head suits you perfectly.
- If you have a rectangular face, you should avoid lengthening your face. With a low cut and hair styled to the side and falling over the forehead, your face will appear wider.
- If you have a round face, opt for a high taper with more length on the top of the head to elongate the features.
- If you have a diamond face, you should avoid shortening the sides too much. A slight layer and side-swept hair suits you perfectly.
- If you have a heart-shaped face, opt for a slight layer on the sides and mid-length hair on the top of the head to narrow the forehead.
The different face shapes. Source: spm
Why can’t all men do a tap?
There are criteria to take into consideration before taking the plunge and going under the mower:
- The color of your hair determines the intensity of the contrast of your hair. Additionally, if it is uneven, this will reflect on the beauty of your gradient;
- The density of your hair determines the appearance of your taper. So if you have thick locks with less dense areas, your gradient may not be uniform;
- The contour of your hair determines the demarcation of your cut in relation to your face. If your hairline is already very high, this will affect the final look of your hairstyle.
Thinning hair. Source: spm
High hairline. Source: spm
Bony, bumpy head. Source: spm
If you recognize yourself in any of the above cases, know that there are different solutions to perfect your typing. Just choose a qualified hairstylist and let them choose the type of haircut that suits you best.
Type hairstyle on black hair. Source: spm
Type hairstyle with V-shaped neck. Source: spm
Tap high on textured hair. Source: spm
The hairstyles in the pictures above are beautiful, aren’t they? Please note that it is not enough to show one of these photos to your hairdresser to get the same result! Trust the expertise of your hairdresser who will adjust the desired cut according to your body shape and the texture of your hair.
FAQ
What type of hair to make a taper?
Featuring a clean and precise look, this fashionable cut allows wearers to play with the lengths of the top of the head as they wish, regardless of their hair texture, including thick and curly hair.
What is the difference between a fade and a taper?
Taping it allows you to fade the hair on the temples forming a sort of arc around the ears to the nape of the neck, while a fade is characterized by a more pronounced gradient on the sides.
How to ask the hairdresser for a straight cut?
You can show your hairdresser a photo of the hairstyle you want to have. But know that only a qualified hairdresser can advise you and choose for you the cut that suits the shape of your face.
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